Writer and Editor

Anna Borges

Anna Borges is a freelance writer and editor who covers mental health, relationships, and lifestyle. You can find her work online at places like SELF, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and BuzzFeed, or in her book "The More or Less Definitive Guide to Self-Care." She lives in Brooklyn where she has more books than shelf space.

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Articles written by Anna Borges

Filled with existential dread? Here’s what actually helps

Clinically reviewed by Blaine Stephens, LPC

How to deal with all your very reasonable travel anxiety right now

Clinically reviewed by Evan Csir, LPC